Running the Race: Motherhood, Discipline & Walking with God

Описание: What does training for a historic 7-mile race teach us about faith, identity, and endurance?

In Part 1 of this episode of the Faith is Fitness Podcast, Jeremy and John sit down with Liz to discuss her journey preparing for the Bix 7 — one of the Quad Cities’ most iconic races.

As a newer runner and busy mom, Liz shares what it looks like to balance training with motherhood — including stroller runs, early mornings, and building consistency in the middle of everyday life. The conversation explores not only the physical discipline required to prepare for race day, but the mental and spiritual growth that happens along the way.

John brings coaching insight from years of running experience, covering:
• Proper footwear and injury prevention
• Building base mileage before focusing on speed
• The importance of sustainable training
• Essential gear for race preparation

But this episode goes deeper than running.

Together, the group draws powerful parallels between physical endurance and our walk with God — discussing grace, identity, perseverance, and how pushing through physical challenges can strengthen spiritual resilience.

Whether you're training for your first race, balancing fitness with family life, or seeking encouragement in your faith journey, this episode will inspire you to keep taking the next step.

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Timestamp Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Faithless Fitness & The Bix 7
02:10 – What Is the Bix 7? History, Hills & Race Day Energy
05:32 – Training While Running With a Stroller
07:14 – Slip-N-Slides, Tutus & The Wild Side of the Bix
08:39 – Why Train for a 7-Mile Race?
09:34 – When Running Becomes Mental & Spiritual
12:05 – Worship Music, Mindset & Breathing Reset
14:34 – Motherhood, Discipline & Making Time to Train
17:25 – Bringing Nora to Work & God’s Provision
19:41 – RunTok & The Power of Running Community
22:45 – Accountability & Having a Personal Coach
25:01 – Discipline, Identity & Finishing What You Start
26:39 – Injury, KT Tape & Chiropractic Recovery
29:12 – “The First Mile Lies to You”
30:29 – Giving the Run to God
31:54 – Iowa Roots & Quad Cities Connections
33:48 – Running With a Stroller: Technique & Gear
36:16 – Physical Struggles & Overcoming Setbacks